# What online quiz logs can—and cannot—tell an instructor

Quiz reports commonly store attempts, timestamps, submissions, responses, scores, and selected activity events. The available data depends on the LMS and course configuration, and an event log alone rarely explains why an event occurred.


## Common record categories

| Record | Typical purpose |
| --- | --- |
| Start and submission times | Troubleshooting and attempt history |
| Responses and grades | Review, grading, and question analysis |
| Page or question events | Reconstructing the sequence of an attempt |
| Access and draft events | Course participation and technical support |

## Why product names are not enough

Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle, and Brightspace can be configured differently by institutions. External proctoring, secure browsers, plugins, or learning-tool integrations may collect additional information under their own notices.

## How to interpret a log responsibly

Use logs as one source of evidence. Check timestamps, platform documentation, technical incidents, accessibility needs, and the assessment rules. Avoid treating a focus or access event as automatic proof of misconduct.

### Sources

- [Blackboard Student Activity Log](https://help.blackboard.com/node/48756)
- [Moodle quiz responses report](https://docs.moodle.org/501/en/Quiz_responces_report)
- [Moodle quiz statistics report](https://docs.moodle.org/en/Quiz_statistics_report)